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child health news

Paediatrician shares ways to prevent kids from falling sick after school reopens

Read more to find out how nutrition can safeguard your kids against infections.

Updated on Jul 14, 2026 05:18 pm IST

Community-led push towards universal immunisation

Immunisation (Representational image)

Published on Jul 10, 2026 11:21 am IST

Heart surgeon shares 5 habits parents must teach their kids for future health

Read more to find out the habits parents must teach their children early in life.

Published on Jun 22, 2026 02:37 pm IST

Cardiologist shares why kids in India are being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes

Poor nutrition and ultra-processed foods can hamper metabolism of children.

Published on Jun 20, 2026 02:59 pm IST

Doctors save 11-year-old by performing rare diaphragmatic hernia surgery at Jaipur hospital

Doctors save 11-year-old by performing rare diaphragmatic hernia surgery at Jaipur hospital

Updated on Mar 08, 2026 02:03 pm IST

Fitness trainer shares why exercise is important for kids beyond fitness

Exercise is important for kids.

Published on Feb 27, 2026 02:12 pm IST

UK physician explains how kissing babies can infect them with lifelong viruses

Kissing babies can spread infections.

Updated on Feb 24, 2026 01:28 pm IST

UK surgeon explains why father's preconception health matters same as the mother

According to Dr Rajan, the father's contribution starts long before conception.

Published on Feb 16, 2026 11:23 am IST

Orthopaedic surgeon shares 4 foods parents shouldn't let their kids get used to

Breakfast cereals might be convenient but they offer no real nutrition.

Published on Nov 30, 2025 01:36 pm IST

8-year-old boy dies amid fears over water contamination at Bengaluru apartment

Officials in Bengaluru dismissed water contamination as the cause of the boy's death at the apartment complex on Kanakapura Main Road.

Published on Nov 28, 2025 03:24 pm IST

Physician says excessive sweating in babies can be a sign of heart disease

According to Dr Mezher, excessive sweating in babies could be a cause for concern.

Published on Oct 28, 2025 02:59 pm IST

Medanta paediatrician shares dos and don'ts of giving cough syrup to children

"Never buy over-the-counter drugs for cold and cough," says Dr Neelam Mohan.

Published on Oct 08, 2025 09:09 pm IST

Ludhiana’s child nutrition data update hits roadblock as anganwadi workers strike

The workers allege that government has failed to provide them with basic resources to carry out the app-based work. (HT Photo)

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Published on Oct 02, 2025 10:45 pm IST

Medical exam must before planning pregnancy, says PGIMER

On diabetes management, Dr Sikka emphasised on glucose testing during pregnancy. (HT Photo for representation)

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Published on Sept 25, 2025 09:04 am IST

Psychologist shares 9 reasons why playing with toys is essential for your child

Playing with toys is essential for your child's social, emotional, motor and cognitive development.

Published on Sept 16, 2025 03:10 pm IST

Pediatrician recommends 3 strategies to improve your child's immunity

Does your child fall sick too often? Pediatrician shares 3 ways to improve your child's immunity.

Updated on Aug 20, 2025 12:19 pm IST

Pollution vs unborn children: Study finds scary link with premature deliveries

Anti-smog guns being used to spray water droplets to curb air pollution in New Delhi.

Updated on Jul 03, 2025 02:35 pm IST

NHM report flags 20 U.P. districts for poor child health indicators

For representation only. (Sourced)

Published on Apr 13, 2025 09:02 pm IST

SC directs Centre, states to provide facilities for breastfeeding

The Supreme Court bench emphasised that the right of a child to be breastfed is inextricably linked with the mother’s right to breastfeed, making it the duty of the State to ensure an environment conducive to nursing mothers. (HT Photo)

Published on Mar 04, 2025 06:30 am IST

Is your child at risk? Tips to deal with shocking impact of poor AQI on kids

Is your child at risk? Tips to deal with shocking impact of poor AQI on kids’ health

Updated on Oct 29, 2024 02:41 pm IST

Pune civic body ranks first in state to bring down maternal mortality rate

Dr Vaishali Jadhav, assistant health officer, PMC, said the public health department has evaluated civic bodies based on their performance of various health programmes for maternal health, child health, family planning and welfare, and adolescent health. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Published on Mar 08, 2024 09:03 pm IST

Engaging men can help transform nutrition and family planning in rural India

Household health programmes delivered by couples to couples signal that achieving a family’s health goal is a shared responsibility

Published on Sept 02, 2023 05:28 pm IST

A US-India partnership to advance global health

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In June, President Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the collaboration across health sectors.

Published on Aug 18, 2023 10:00 pm IST

Hesitating to vaccinate your child? Parents should know these myths and facts

Hesitating to vaccinate your child? Parents should know these myths and facts about vaccinations in children

Updated on Aug 15, 2023 11:53 pm IST

Alwar child suffers severe tremors after losing online games | Prevention tips

Alwar child suffers severe tremors after losing online games. Here are prevention tips to manage kids' gaming addiction

Published on Jul 12, 2023 07:36 pm IST

Uzbek cough syrup deaths: DCGI issues alert against supplier of Marion Biotech

In December, last year, India launched an inquiry against the Noida based drugs manufacturer after deaths of 18 children in Uzbekistan were linked to consumption of a syrup manufactured by the firm. (HT File)

Updated on Mar 10, 2023 04:33 am IST

First 1,000 days of life are key to addressing malnutrition

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Prevalence of malnutrition remains high at 35.5% stunting; 19% wasting, and 32.1% underweight including a high prevalence of anaemia and micronutrient deficiency disorders.

Published on May 11, 2024 12:44 pm IST

World Health Day 2020: History and significance

World Health Day is celebrated to spread awareness about the importance of health.

Updated on Apr 07, 2020 07:40 am IST

Kids consume extra sugar in breakfast cereals due to confusing nutritional guidelines

Kids consume extra sugar in breakfast cereals due to confusing nutritional guidelines.

Updated on Mar 14, 2020 11:27 am IST

‘No country adequately protecting children’s health and future’

Predatory marketing of junk food, sugary beverages, alcohol and tobacco products preys on children

Updated on Feb 20, 2020 04:10 am IST

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